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Steve Zarutskie Obituary
Steve Zarutskie, a 55-year resident of the Town of Newburgh, died on October 16, 2008 at the James J. Peters Veterans Medical Facility at (Kingsbridge) the Bronx after a long illness. He was 81 years old.
Steve (he never used the name Stephen) was born on March 22, 1927 in Gilberton, PA, the son of the late Stephen Zarutskie and the former Anna Bronko. He was educated in the public schools of Gilberton and graduated from high school on June 6, 1944.
Upon graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy and saw action in the South Pacific theatre of World War II.
After his discharge, he married his childhood sweetheart, Eleanor Covaluskie, on February 6, 1949. Soon after, the couple moved to the Newburgh area where Steve accepted a position with Bard Chevrolet. He remained with Bard until 1963, when he began 30 years of employment with the Operating Engineers Local 825. He retired in 1993.
Steve and Eleanor lived in the City of Newburgh and the Town of New Windsor before settling in the Town of Newburgh in 1953. Eleanor predeceased Steve on June 30, 2001.
Steve was a member of New Windsor Post 1796 of the American Legion and was a longtime member of the Bethlehem Rod and Gun Club. He was a faithful communicant at St. Patrick's Church in Newburgh.
Steve is survived by his sons, Andrew of the Town of Newburgh and Stephen and wife, Rody of Silver Creek, NY. He is also survived by a brother, Michael of Laguna Niguel, CA and two sisters, Helen Shapakovsky of Allentown, PA and Mildred Yasewicz of Bow, NH. He is also survived by his wife's cousin, Edmund "Dick" Wasser of Frackville, PA, formerly of Newburgh.
In addition to his parents and spouse, Steve was predeceased by two brothers, Albert and Frank and two sisters, Mary Yacilla and Olga Chwastiak.
Visitation will be held from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, October 23 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Friday, October 24 in St. Patrick's Church, Newburgh.
Arrangements are under the direction of Brooks Funeral Home; BrooksFH.com or 845-561-8300.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steve Zarutskie
MAUREEN ODAY
October 27, 2008
DEAR ANDY, I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR DAD. YOU CARED SO MUCH AND TOOK SUCH GOOD CARE OF HIM--I'M SURE THAT HELPED COMFORT HIM THIS PAST YEAR. LOVE, MAUREEN
Peggy Shannahan-Kantner
October 27, 2008
It is always hard to loose a parent, especially one you consider to also be a friend. As the days pass, draw strength from your memories as they will bring you comfort. May you find peace knowing that your father is no longer in pain and no longer suffering. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
John Dolan
October 23, 2008
Andy,
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Our prayers go out to you and your family. God bless, John and Jeanne Dolan
Louisa Ingrassia
October 23, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Dr Nancy Egan
October 22, 2008
Dear Drew & Stevie: I was very sad to hear about the passing of your father. What a strong and handsome man he was !! Although my family did not see him often enough, when he did visit us in Frackville, we enjoyed his beautiful smile and barreling laugh. I trust that God will give you both strength and peace in such a difficult time.
With Love, Your Cousin,
Nancy (Shpakovsky) Egan
Allentown, PA
Paul Zarutskie
October 22, 2008
Johnelle, Alexander, Kataarina, and I send our love. We will never forget the time about 10 years ago Uncle Steve along with Aunt Olga came out to visit us in California. He embrassed all the things we wanted to show and share with him. Can you imagine seeing him wine tasting in Temecula?? I think I still can remember him telling me it wasn't like beer or that "cheap stuff" he had before. He said you pay for it and you get really good stuff! We sat on the vinyard's patio, looked out over the rolling hills of grapes and had a gourmet lunch, all the time sipping champagne , wine tasting ""Flights" of wine and listening to him tell stories about his brothers and sisiters. I still can hear Aunt Olga and him belly laughing about the family and the stories that have been lost and now remembered! He took home and later we mailed him his favorite, an almond champagne as a rememberance!
Cheers and God Bless, Uncle Steve! Thanks for the memories!
Ted and Marie Jasiewicz
October 22, 2008
Zarutskie family,
We send our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your dad.
Bill Shader
October 22, 2008
Andy,
I'm sorry to hear about your father. My sympathy to you and your family.
Linda Bull
October 22, 2008
Andy, I was sorry to read about the passing of your father. Take comfort in knowing that he is no longer suffering. Focus on the memories of better days.
Jim Raab
October 22, 2008
Andy,
My sincere condolences to you on the passing of your Dad. His suffering is finally over and God has put him in a better place.
Ellyn Mulrenin
October 22, 2008
Andrew,
My sincere condolences of the loss of your Dad. I know he will be greatly missed. Cherish the memories.
Ellyn Mulrenin
OCCC 1968-1970
Rita Sheehan, President OSTCA
October 20, 2008
On behalf of the Orange-Sullivan Town Clerks Association, we would like to extend our most sincere condolences to Andy and his family.
Nicole Loguidice Simons
October 19, 2008
The Zarutskie Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad he was a great neighbor.
Ann & Alfred Loguidice
October 18, 2008
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Steve Melnick
October 18, 2008
Andy,
Please accept my condolences on the passing of your father. I have fond memories of him from my time in Newburgh.
Louis Serra
October 18, 2008
Andrew: My parent and myself hope the best for you. I have many memories of seeing your father and my father speaking from their backyard. Thank You for calling my parents. Louis Serra (Gino)
Mike Bucciarelli
October 18, 2008
Andrew,
Sorry to read about your dad.
Helen Quicksell
October 18, 2008
Andy, so sorry to hear of your lost.Think of you often,you never forget, but it get easier as time goes on.
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